Program Director, Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Program Director, Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Salary

$82,000.00 - $87,000.00 Annually

Location

Dobbs Ferry, NY

Job Type

Full Time Faculty

Job Number

00753

Division

School of Health & Natural Sciences

Department

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Opening Date

07/16/2024

Union Status

Non-Union

• Description

• Benefits

Job Posting Summary

The School of Health and Natural Sciences at Mercy University invites qualified candidates to fill the full time Program Director position in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. This is a 12-month faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program beginning September 2024. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Contract type (i.e., tenure track or multiple-year track) and rank (i.e., Assistant or Associate Professor) will be determined based on experience and scholarship.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Mercy University (Dobbs Ferry, NY) seeks a dynamic, student-centered individual needed to lead our undergraduate AAS Occupational Therapy Assistant program. The position is a 12-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is an opportunity to join engaged, professional, dedicated colleagues in an ACOTE accredited program. We seek individuals who welcome opportunities to engage with diverse students, incorporate inclusive pedagogical practices into their teaching, and are committed to ensuring that all students succeed.

The OTA Program is part of the School of Health and Natural Sciences with 4 accredited graduate health professional programs (communication disorders, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and physician assistant studies) and undergraduate programs in biology, clinical laboratory science, communication disorders, exercise science, nursing, occupational therapy assistant (AAS degree), and veterinary technology. We have a strong focus on interprofessional education as well as local and global community service.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program in achieving its mission, goals, and expected program outcomes

• Work with accrediting agency to maintain and/or achieve program accreditation, including submission of annual reports to accrediting agency

• Coordinate programmatic assessment and assessment of student learning

• Coordinate recruitment and selection of department faculty, adjuncts and staff

• Oversee departmental budgets

• Prepare materials and teach assigned courses

• Participate in admissions activities to facilitate and promote student enrollment

• Facilitate and serve as a channel for communication between faculty and staff within the Program, and between the department and the Dean

• Oversee recruitment and work closely with program advisory committee

• Develop and maintain external relationships with program stakeholders and fieldwork sites

• Provide overall leadership and direction to program faculty

• Encourage a collegial and positive program environment that promotes excellence in teaching, research, and service

• Supervise program clerical staff

Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and organizational skills

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a dynamic team

• Prior teaching experience in an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Program

• Innovative use of educational technology and familiarity with online educational delivery tools such as Blackboard

• Experience in teaching, research, inter-professional education and incorporating technology into teaching and professional practice is highly desirable

• Experience as a clinical supervisor/clinical educator

• Experience working as part of an interprofessional team

• A minimum of 5 years of documented experience in the field or occupational therapy which includes:

• Clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant

• Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting

• Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning)

• Understanding of and experience with occupational therapy assistants

• 3 years of experience as a faculty member with teaching responsibilities at the postsecondary level

  Required Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of documented experience in the field or occupational therapy which includes:

• Clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant

• 2 years administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting

• Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning)

• Understanding of and experience with occupational therapy assistants

• 3 years of experience as a faculty member with teaching responsibilities at the postsecondary level

• Demonstrated interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; problem solving, organizational and presentation skills

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point required

• Individual must be detailed oriented, have strong skills in customer service, and be able to be student centered at all times. In addition, ability to work both independently and in teams and work with confidential information

  Education Requirements:

• Initial Certification by the National Board for the Certification of Occupational Therapists

• New York State License – Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field

  Compensation offered will be commensurate with the educational background and work experience of the individual.

Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023)

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)

Dental Insurance:

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

Vision Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

Paid Time Off:

Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:

Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:The Hartford

Short-Term Disability:The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:

TIAA

The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:

Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) .

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) .

Tuition Exchange:

We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:

Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:

Allstate Identity Protection

LegalEase

Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

PlumBenefits

ScriptSave

Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

Agency

Mercy University

Address

555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

Phone

914-674-7839

Website

http://www.mercy.edu

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